Cruise lines outline ‘fuel flexibility’ efforts in sustainability drive
Cruise lines are investing in new ships and engines that allow for “fuel flexibility”, according to a new industry report.
This includes the capability to use renewable biodiesel, the use of green methanol when available, and liquified natural gas (LNG).
But few ports offer the ability to access shore power.
Ships designed with engines and fuel supply systems able to operate on LNG will be able to switch to zero and near-zero fuels such as bio or synthetic LNG in the future, with no engine modifications, trade body Clia said.
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